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"Where has this ~bean~ all my life?!" — You, after reading this post.
Promising review: "What can I say that hasn't been said? This thing is glorious. So fast to fill, so easy to empty the grounds, makes delicious cold brew out of even the cheapest ground coffee. I use Folgers Black Silk, I fill the filter up until I can only see about 1/2 inch of the white at the top, run water over the grounds until pitcher is full, return in 18–24 hours to remove filter, and voila! A pitcher of smooth and amazing cold brew to enjoy! As a previous poster pointed out, be careful with this stuff. The long time in contact with the grounds means this coffee packs a serious caffeine punch...having more than one glass may turn you into a superhero." —Miki Laurent
Get it from Amazon for $17.85 (available in two sizes and three colors).
This is our cheap pick for the best cold brew coffee maker on BuzzFeed Reviews!
Promising review: "I use this to make cold brew coffee and it does a great job. I decided to take it with me on a trip and had no problem getting the empty (with the stainless steel filter inside) bottle through airport security at several domestic US airports. Once through, I filled it with water from a fountain and had plenty of H2O for the longish flights. No leaks at all on any of the flights and the included bag helped keep the glass bottle safe in the side bottle pouch on my backpack.
I would find a local coffee shop at our destinations and have them grind some single-origin beans for me. I had some really good cold brew on the trip and it was fun to try some new-to-me coffee while traveling. I liked the first one so much that I bought a second!" —ChinoBarbs
Get it from Amazon for $17.58.
Promising review: "The roast level and grind size are ideal, and this beats other brands of coffee I’ve used for this process in the past. I also appreciate that it is organic. It’s smooth and delicious and makes an excellent Vietnamese iced coffee, which is my favorite way to enjoy it. I’ve reordered this coffee multiple times since my first review and still love the taste and quality! It’s become a true staple in my house." —Luv2CookAZ
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available as whole bean or coarse grind).
This machine can make both hot and cold brews in multiple sizes, ranging from a pod-free single cup or travel mug, all the way up to a full carafe (it comes with a thermal carafe to keep coffee hot or cold for longer). It can also be used to brew tea, and there are two separate brew baskets for ground coffee and loose leaf or bagged tea so the flavors don't mix.
Promising review: "I was hesitant and skeptical after reading all the great reviews. But after using it for over a month now and trying several specialty recipes, I'm very impressed. Don't understand why, but a cappuccino tastes just like from a coffee shop and the cold brew is amazing. Regular coffee tastes better than from my old Capresso. The carafe keeps coffee warm enough for up to two hours. Definitely recommend." —WesK
Get it from Amazon for $183.99.
Promising review: "This is such a simple and useful item! It's so easy to make, just fill halfway with coffee grinds, pour water over, let it set overnight, and you're done. I have had to experiment with how I like it, and there has been some trial and error of making it too weak or too strong, but I've enjoyed the experimenting. It really is impossible to mess up unless you just don't put enough coffee in the thing. If it's too strong, add some more water. Pre ground coffee beans work fine, as do whole beans ground up. The mesh sleeve can be tricky to clean because the mesh is fine, but I haven't had any real problem with cleaning it otherwise. I don't worry about accidentally breaking it because the jars are replaceable. The lid is ingenious. And most importantly my coffee tastes so good coming out of this! I need way less sweetener because it just isn't bitter like hot coffee. One of the best purchases I've made on Amazon, not even kidding." —Jamie
Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in two sizes).
This is our mid-priced pick for the best cold brew coffee maker on BuzzFeed Reviews!
It can make two to four cups of cold brew. Put coffee grounds or tea into the filter cup and place it on the carafe, then add ice cubes or water into the drip pot; finally, adjust water drop flow rate and wait for your coffee to finish brewing.
Promising review: "Coffee tastes great and it’s easy to use. Made my cold brew coffee today and it works so well! It was easy assembly and easy cleanup." —Amber Roberts
Get it from Amazon for $31.99.
Promising review: "BUY THIS! I hate bitter coffee. I love iced cold brew. I have tried to make my own with French presses, cheese cloth, coffee filters tied with string — nothing works as well as these. This is the best filter on the market as far as I'm concerned. It leaves ZERO grounds/sludge at the bottom of the container. Every drop of my morning cup is incredible, better than my favorite coffee shop. Just buy them already." —Destiny
Get a 30-pack from Amazon for $11.99.
Promising review: "I used this filter the day I got it. It is great!! No sludge in the bottom of the container, the taste of the coffee is smooth and filter was easy to fill, clean, and reuse. This filter is not only organic, but is by far the best cold brew filter I have tried. It is also great that there are two filters in the package. When one is being washed you can use the other." —Kathy Myers
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $12.85. Or, check out a nylon version.
Each bottle makes around eight servings of cold brew.
Promising review: "This is especially smooth and easy to drink. Have you ever had hot brewed coffee over ice? It tastes terrible compared to cold brew. Cold brew rocks! By the way, the value of the Gevalia seems good. I will buy this again." —Fred Fandango
Get it from Amazon for $5.62.
Promising review: "This is everything I have been looking for! I love iced coffee but hate having to run to the store to get it or, even worse, making it at home — it’s just never as good. I purchased this on a whim just to see. And I’m obsessed. I already ordered my second bottle. I find it to be a very smooth, flavorful coffee with an awesome kick. Yes, it can be a wee strong (I happen to love strong coffee) but just dilute it down to your preference. It’s so easy, affordable, and delicious. You should absolutely try it!" —Tiffany
Get it from Amazon for $11.39.
Promising review: "I have no complaints about this product. It was inexpensive but yet fully functional. It filters the coffee well and very little silt makes it through. This makes a delicious cup of coffee, which is essential for me since I'm not a morning person. It is also great for making cold brew coffee since the filter mechanism is built into the pot — just filter and pour and you're ready to go." —Joshua Hare
Get it from Amazon for $13.59 (available in three sizes and two colors).
Each kit contains 12 pre-measured bags of ground coffee beans. Each bean bag will make approximately three servings (12 ounces) of coffee concentrate, so the entire kit will make 36 servings — that's less than a dollar per serving! You can brew it right in the reusable pouch or use your own container. Dilute the concentrate with milk or water to taste.
Promising review: "I’m hooked on cold brew so when I was going on a week-long cruise, I had to find a way to bring it with me. Enter this kit. I made it in my cabin and dispensed the concentrate all week along, and it was delicious diluted with a little water and ice and cream added. I’ve experimented with many different beans with my home setup and Grady’s ranks up there with the best I’ve had." —J. Savage
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $21.83 (available in regular and decaf).
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